District Attendance Coordinator

District Attendance Coordinator Killingly Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, community-driven professional to serve as our next District Attendance Coordinator, a role that blends data, relationships, communication, and meaningful outreach to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed. The Attendance Coordinator will play a vital role in analyzing attendance trends, ensuring data accuracy, identifying barriers, and developing creative, student-centered solutions to improve attendance across the district. With a strong pulse on the community, this individual will build lasting connections with families, students, and staff while serving as a bridge between home and school. Essential Duties and Responsibilities   Attendance Support & Intervention •    Monitor and analyze district attendance data to identify trends and students in need of intervention. •    Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance. •    Produce biweekly attendance reports and other data reports as needed. •    Meet regularly with school-based teams to review attendance concerns and intervention plans. •    Support building attendance secretaries to ensure consistent attendance procedures and accurate data entry across the district.   Family & Community Engagement •    Build positive relationships with students, families, and community partners. •    Communicate regularly with families regarding attendance concerns and available support. •    Conduct home visits and residency verifications with professionalism and sensitivity. •    Participate in school events, including open houses and community engagement activities. •    Connect families with community resources that support regular school attendance.   Student Registration & Support •    Assist with student registration and enrollment as needed. •    Help families navigate the registration process and ensure required documentation is complete. •    Collaborate with the district's homeless liaison to support students and families experiencing housing instability. •    Work with school administrators and student support teams to remove barriers to attendance. Collaboration •    Work closely with building administrators, teachers, counselors, social workers, and support staff. •    Participate in district attendance initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. •    Maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and professionalism.   Qualifications •    Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. •    Experience working with families, schools, or community organizations preferred. •    Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. •    Ability to analyze data and problem-solve. •    Valid driver's license and ability to travel between district schools and conduct home visits. Salary: $55,000 - $59,450 annually with full benefits.             THE KILLINGLY BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER KILLINGLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BELIEVE ALL STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM THE TALENTS OF STAFF FROM A VARIETY OF DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS, RACES AND ETHNIC GROUPS